It’s only a month to go until the Gogarth Meet and I’ve been holding off this update because potential restrictions are still a bit unclear. Wales has recently announced that groups of up to 30 can meet outside from 7th June (which has been the case in England for a while) and larger numbers are potentially allowed as part of a “Regulated Gathering” which includes team sports. There will be further updates in both Wales and England before the meet, which could result in fewer (or conceivably more) restrictions.
The Gogarth Meet is usually a pretty laid back affair (I normally cater for about twice the number of people who book because most of you don’t bother to tell me or leave it for a last-minute weather check – oh ye of little faith!) Unfortunately, this year we’re going to have to be a bit more organised and ask you to confirm that you are coming ASAP – in the event that we do need to restrict numbers it will be on a “first-come, first-served” basis. We’re booked into the Valley of the Rocks campsite as usual, but again they’ve asked me to confirm numbers given the likely “stay-cation” pressure over the summer.
The good news is that the tides are perfect (that much at least we can predict with confidence!) Other arrangements are much the same as usual – meet at 10am on Saturday at the cafe (recently refurbished!) Climb, stroll, pedal, paddle or play until you’ve worked up a thirst for beer-o’clock on Port Dafarch beach, with food at 7.30pm. No whinging if it’s run out if you climb until after dark!
Anyway, not withstanding all of the caveats, put it on your calendar:
…and start dusting off your bucket & spade (or rope and rack if you insist!) Fingers crossed we’ll see you all there, and meanwhile here are a couple of piccies from previous Gogarth Meets to remind us all of what we missed out on last year!
Drop me a note at dominic@oughton.uk.com and let me know your preference for carnivorous or plant-based dining at the same time!
Cheers, Dom & Helen
Hi Everyone. Just to let you know that the 30 “restricted” places have now filled up. Sorry! I’m very much hoping that the “rules” will allow more than this number, so do keep sending me booking requests (DIRECT VIA WHATSAPP OR EMAIL TO dominic@oughton.uk.com) and I’ll maintain a “standby list”. I will also post updates as things hopefully become clearer! Cheers, Dom